Stories of Women's Health: Recent Episodes
Caitlin Ford
Women's Health is still taboo.
I'm interested in shining a light where there has been darkness.
Through my own experience living with a women's health condition and my work as a pelvic health physiotherapist, I am obsessed with all things Women's Health.
Discussing challenges of the perinatal period and how they can bring unexpected light and love into our lives.
Enquiries to storiesofwomenshealth@gmail.com Instagram @storiesofwomenshealth XX
This week Hayley shares her story of challenge and transformation in Motherhood.
I loved this conversation so much and I hope you do too X
If you want to connect with Hayley:
https://www.hayleymor.com/naturally-well-waitlist
If you want to connect with me, share your story or book an online appointment: https://www.mothergroup.com.au
This week Sharnee shares her story of finding out her baby boy had a blocked bowel in utero, and would need surgery as a newborn. Sharnee takes us through this challenging time in her second postpartum, staying at Ronald McDonald house, pumping around the clock, whilst also trying to be there for her first born Isobel.
It is such a beautiful episode and I hope you all enjoy X
If you are a real mum and want to come on the pod to share your challenge (can be big, can be small, can be all of the things etc etc) follow link and click ‘share your story’ - https://www.mothergroup.com.au
This week Yana shares her story of Relationship Separation after the birth of her daughter Daisy.
It is a conversation exploring how the birth of a baby can change relationship dynamics for both better and worse.
If you would like to find Yana and her amazing offerings, you can find her here: https://www.oakandhaven.com.au
If you would like to find me, or book a limited online telehealth Pelvic PT appointment: https://www.mothergroup.com.au
I hope you all enjoy X
On today’s episode Caitlin shares her experience of motherhood. From an early pregnancy loss, to her pregnancy and postpartum with her boy Freddy, Caitlin discusses how she navigated pregnancy after loss, ongoing sleep deprivation, anxiety and a stay at Mother Baby Unit.
I hope you all enjoy x
And if you would like to share your story on the podcast, or book an online Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy Appointment, you can find me here: https://www.mothergroup.com.au
Hello everyone and welcome to Hollie’s story. I loved this conversation with Hollie so much and I’m sure you will too! Hollie is a mother, best-selling author, writer and model, and her newest book ‘Saying Yes To You’ is a must read if you have loved this episode. You can find Hollie’s book here: https://www.booktopia.com.au/the-people-pleaser-s-guide-to-saying-yes-to-you-hollie-azzopardi/ebook/9781923293939.html?srsltid=AfmBOopEkInaqWaHz0t4eYLP8xk0LPA8X81Hl0c0pi-P7VStkH-MuNpl
Topics Covered in Today’s Episode Include:
-Spirit babies
-Birth Trauma
-Hospital Transfer in Labour
-Breastfeeding Challenges
-Postnatal Depression
-Complex PTSD
-Healing Your Nervous System in Motherhood
-The Importance of Self-Care
-Connecting to Your Animal Totems
-And So Much More
If you want to read more from Hollie, you can find her Substack here: https://substack.com/@hollieazzopardi
And Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/hollie_azzopardi/?hl=en
If you want to find me: https://www.mothergroup.com.au
Enjoy X
Hello everyone and welcome to this week’s episode of the podcast. Jordy shares her story of her two girls, her Angel Baby Poppy and Rainbow Baby Rosie. This episode does cover the topic of Stillbirth, so if you are not in a place to listen yet, come back at a time when you are ready. We also discuss how Jordy went during her pregnancy after loss, and her motherhood experience with her two girls, signs from Poppy, and so much more.
If you need help with your pelvic floor you can find me here: https://www.mothergroup.com.au
Support Services:
https://rednose.org.au/page/grief-and-loss-support-services
https://www.sands.org.au
Hello everyone and welcome to today's episode of the podcast.
Topics Covered In This Week’s Episode:
-Maintaining healthy relationships with loved ones and friends
-Pregnancy loss
-Guilt
-Hyperemesis gravidarum
-Early onset of labour
-Special care stay
-Colic/unsettled baby
-Mental Health challenges in the Perinatal Period
-Finding help and support
-And so much more
I hope you all enjoy! X
And if you would like online support with me https://www.mothergroup.com.au
Hello everyone and welcome to this week's episode of the podcast with Ariane, the author of Because I'm Not Myself You See, a memoir of her experience with Postpartum Psychosis.
Topics covered in today's episode include:
-Postpartum Psychosis
-Mental Illness whilst being a Healthcare Practitioner
-Antenatal depression
-Health anxiety
-Birth trauma
-Not bonding with you baby immediately
-Signs and symptoms Postnatal Psychosis
-MBU stay
-Healing ‘journey’
-And So Much More
If you would like to find Ariane's amazing book https://www.blackincbooks.com.au/books/because-im-not-myself-you-see
Enjoy x
Today we welcome Ashleigh to the podcast sharing her story of parenting her first born Sunny.
Themes covered in today’s episode include:
- Loneliness
- Parenting strategies
- Support systems
- Friendship in motherhood
- And so much more
I hope you all enjoy! X
And if you need support with your Pelvic Floor or Mastitis you can find me here: https://www.mothergroup.com.au
Hello everyone and welcome to this week’s story of motherhood with Gen. Gen shares her story of falling unexpectedly pregnant at 43 years old, the shock and denial that came with this, the stigma she felt from medical staff, how she has learnt to integrate running her business differently and so much more.
I hope you all enjoy!
If you would like to book an online consult with me, or are suffering from mastitis you can find me here: https://www.mothergroup.com.au
If you would like to find Gen https://www.gendrozario.com.au/about
Hello everyone and welcome to this week's story of Challenge and Transformation in Motherhood. A pre-warning this episode we discuss some topics that if you are not in the place to listen to, come back at a later date.
We cover:
Vaccinating or not your children, opinions around this
SIDS
Trauma
Abortion
Consent
Backlash
Stillbirth
Freebirth
Stalemate
Tradwives
Triggers
Judgement
I loved this conversation so much and I hope you do too!!
If you would like to contact me or book in an online Telehealth appointment: https://www.mothergroup.com.au
If you would like to listen to more of Keshia and her podcast with Chloe: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-road-to-wisdom-podcast/id1688912558
If you need further support:
https://www.panda.org.au
https://rednose.org.au/page/grief-and-loss-support-services
I'd love to know what you think!
Enjoy x
Today's shared story of Motherhood I speak with Ashlee three years after her experience of Postpartum Thyroiditis.
Healing is not a linear path, and not every hard time has an equally uplifting outcome, but there is truth in that great challenge can create worthwhile transformation. This is a conversation about so many things, whether we all as mothers go through hardship, is spiritual healing a real thing, the use of social media in motherhood, and so much more.
If you have any Pelvic Health quandaries (needing to Rush To The Toilet, Pain With Sex, Mastitis) - I have Online Telehealth Appointments Available Australia Wide. Click link to find my website, and book online:
https://www.mothergroup.com.au
If you want to hear Ashlee's previous episode discussing her diagnosis of Postpartum Thyroiditis, you can find it here:
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/mothergroup-the-podcast/id1616381789?i=1000564441438
If you would like to find Ashlee and all of her amazing offerings:
https://www.soulalignedkinesiology.com.au
Have you ever wondered if there was a greater purpose? If there is any relationship between that hard thing that happened, and the universe providing an opportunity to learn and grow?
In today's episode I speak with Astrologer, best selling author and podcaster Jordanna, about all things Health and Astrology.
We Cover//
- Astrology and its relationship with Health/Fertility
- Karmic lessons
- Shame/Guilt V Growing Evolving
- Working with the moon on a physical plane
- Regulation of our Nervous System
- Astrology and Fertility
- Trusting in the timing of life, God, The Universe
- And So Much More
You can find Jordanna and her amazing offerings https://www.jordannalevin.com
Enjoy x
Today Emma shares her story of Motherhood.
Midway through the pregnancy of her second daughter, Emma noticed she began to have trouble sleeping, moving through life at a faster pace, getting more done, but resting less and less.
Soon after the birth of her second daughter her symptoms developed into difficulty determining between what was real and what was not, clumsiness and more.
I hope you all enjoy today's motherhood story.
If you would like to book a Telehealth Women's Health, Pelvic Floor or Mastitis Physiotherapy Appointment, you can find me here:
https://www.mothergroup.com.au
Today Claire shares her story of motherhood. Topics covered in today's episode include:
=Postpartum Haemorrhage
=PTSD
=Intrusive Thoughts
=Baby Sleep
=Unexpected Second Pregnancy
=Antenatal Depression
=Healing Second Birth
=Using Social Media For Good
I loved this conversation with Claire so much. And I hope you do too!!
Claire is a Midwife and Child Maternal Health Nurse, and the founder of the Thrive App. Thrive App was created for all new parents, parents to be, with information and support you can trust and rely on, from meditations to baby first aid to relationships post baby and so much more. You can try the Thrive App for free here:
Thrive App
You can find Claire on instagram here: Claire's Instagram
If you would like to contact me for a Pelvic Floor Appointment, or to come on the podcast, you can find me here: https://www.mothergroup.com.au
Today's shared story of motherhood includes my own!
Topics covered in today’s episode:
=Wanting a third baby and your partner does not
=Surprise pregnancy
=Unexplained Generalised Anxiety
=Conflict
=Survival mode
=Low mood
=Perfectionism in parenting
I hope you enjoy x
If you would like to book an online women’s health appointment with me, or share your story on the podcast, you can find everything her on my website: https://www.mothergroup.com.au
If you need any additional help
=PANDA: 1300 726 306
=Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636
If you would like a full introduction to my story, listen to previous episode in your favourite podcast app
Podcast Relaunch and Recap; This year has been a hard year, one where I have wondered many times, am I Depressed? Do I have Postnatal Depression? Or am I just ungrateful?? Possibly selfish?? Maybe a terrible mother???...
Listen on for more... I hope you enjoy!
Will be back in your ears 2025 with Mothergroup The Podcast weekly episodes X
Find me at https://www.mothergroup.com.au
Cost Of Living is at an all time high in Australia, and also it seems, Perinatal Anxiety. Or is that just the Blue Super Full Moon??? We discuss. Joy was asked if she had Gestational Diabetes, and lots of mums to be told how large (and small and everything in-between) they are, so everyone is having a fabulous time.
We would love to know how your week has been, what's gone well????? What hasn't?? Come and find us on instagram and join the conversation xxx
What reasons could lead you to keep your pregnancy a secret? Do you experience Mum Guilt??? Why do people feel the need to make inappropriate comments to pregnant people?? Does your child eat intuitively or are you worried that they are a 'problem eater'? And have you cried more since becoming a parent and are just more emotional in general???
We answer all of these questions and more in today's episode. Caitlin and Joy have both had good weeks (let's not jinx things!) apart from an epic mum-fail, and we are feeling good.
We would love to know how your week has been, what has been going well?? What hasn't?? Come and find us on instagram and join the conversation xx
Do you compare yourself to other mums on social media?? Should child influencers be able to sue their parents for money?? Do we need Date Nights for a successful relationship? And did you know that mothers work for an average of 97 hours per week and should earn $184 820 per year???
We discuss all of this and more, in today's episode. Joy and Caitlin have both had better weeks, and looking forward to manifesting something new this Leo New Moon.
We would love to know how your week has been, what has gone well?? What hasn't?? Come and find us on instagram and join the conversation xx
Welcome to this special bonus episode with the incredible Joelleen Winduss Paye, IBCLC Holistic Lactation Consultant, Midwife, Naturopath and Educator.
You can find Joelleen and her amazing work over on https://www.instagram.com/jwp.ibclc/ and we hope you all enjoy xx
Do you pretend to be happy all the time?? Do we all feel shame around the state of our pelvic floors??? What moments in parenting bring you joy that you feel unable to talk about? And will Joy and Caitlin stop talking about everyone being sick or not???
We answer all of this, and more, in today's episode. We hope you have had a good week, are feeling your best selves and thriving, and have had no mum fails.
We would love to know how your week has been going, what has gone well??? What hasn't?? Come and find us on instagram and join the conversation xx
Reccos:
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/believe-in-magic/id1683405079
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/scamanda/id1685691481
https://www.booktopia.com.au/olive-emma-gannon/book/9780008382735.html
Is parenthood an excuse for friend breakups? Do women bear the mental load of male infertility? How would you deal with negative feedback from a complete stranger? What is your experience with breastfeeding and return to work?? And why is Caitlin only having sexy dreams about people she has seen in documentaries??!!! We answer these questions, and more, in today's episode.
There are a few technical issues this week, so we apologise in advance if the sound quality is not as good as usual, and we are as well trying to remember that done is better than perfect (pls don't give us any one star reviews!!! Or maybe do?! We can handle it)
We would love to know how your week has been, what has gone well?? What hasn't? Come and find us on instagram and join the conversation xx
Recco for the Natal Naturopath Iron Supplement:
https://thenatalnaturopath.com.au/?gad=1&gclid=CjwKCAjw_aemBhBLEiwAT98FMn-hrQpVYu-TMyTvStbj6YikA6YN6iHE7-tif95Fa5RhYzleki8wXhoCrZkQAvD_BwE
We are all Burnt Out, can anyone truly be a Perfect Mother, and is it ever OK to comment on a mother's ambition after she has had a child??? (Article Two is from The Guardian* - apologies for forgetting to announce that, a sign of our burn out perhaps!!)
We discuss all of this, and more in today's episode. Joy has had a better week, and Caitlin hasn't thrown any watermelons so everyone is winning. It is also Leo Season so time to put your best foot forward.
We hope you have had a good week, what has gone well?? What hasn't??? Come and find us on instagram and join the conversation xx
Links:
Mel Robbins Friendship Ep Recco:
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-mel-robbins-podcast/id1646101002?i=1000620430591
If you would like more support after listening to our Parental Burnout Segment:
COPE 1300 740 398
Are we blaming hospital stays for poor mental health postpartum?? Would you quit your job to be home with your kids? How would you tell your friend you're pregnant after they have just experienced a loss themselves??? We answer these questions and more in today's episode.
Joy has had a difficult week with Eddy being sick and not a lot of sleep, and Caitlin has found parenting hard. We are blaming all of our strong emotions on the Cancer New Moon and are learning that everyone is just doing their best.
How has your week been? What has gone well? What hasn't??? We would love to know, come and find us on instagram and join the conversation xx
CW//Miscarriage and pregnancy loss. How did you expect parenting to be? Easy??? Hard? That your children would wear cute clothes that you have chosen for them and sit quietly and play? And how would you help a friend who has just experienced a pregnancy loss? Do you feel guilt over how much screen time your child has? So many questions, and more, answered in today's episode!!!
Joy has had a week of minimal sleep with a sick child, and Caitlin has been going commando..We both are trying our best to manifest calm and balance this upcoming new moon, and would love to know how you are going too.
Come and find us on instagram and join the conversation xx
If this episode has brought anything up for you:
https://www.sands.org.au
https://www.pinkelephants.org.au
And you can listen to Joy's full episode discussing pregnancy loss here
xx
Feeling touched out, dads and Postpartum Depression, taking psychedelics as a family unit, return to work tips (we are very helpful as usual) and more in today's episode!
Joy has had a good week, but has well and truly entered toddler tantrum phase, and Caitlin has been enjoying watching her indoor plants grow (is that sad!? Probably). We also discuss tips to release this full moon, and various mum fails of the week.
We would love to know how your week is going?? What has gone well, what hasn't? We would love to know. Come and find us on instagram and join the conversation xx
Does your relationship feel 'stuck in survival mode' post children? Do you have thoughts around which school you should send your child to?? What did happen with Joy's bad haircut experience and how is Caitlin going now at 20 weeks???
We discuss all of this and more in today's episode, along with working with the upcoming Full Moon and finding things to release to help improve your life. We would love to know how your week has been, what has been going well? What hasn't? Come and find us on instagram and join the conversation xx
How do you feel when you receive medical advice that doesn't sit right? Do you think we need trigger warnings attached to pregnancy announcements??? Have you had experience with ongoing and intrusive thoughts in the perinatal period?? Will Joy be able to communicate clearly to Chris and will Caitlin feel like she gets some chill time after a hard week???
We discuss all of this and more in today's episode, along with working with the upcoming first quarter moon, finding your voice when attending medical appointments, our thoughts on pregnancy announcements, answering our listener question and discussing the mum fail of the week.
We would love to know how your week has been going??? Come and find us on instagram and join the conversation.
If this episode has brought anything up for you please contact the Gidget Foundation 1300 851 758
It's official - parents are struggling and 'Time Out' is no longer an acceptable punishment. Or is it?!!! Have you learnt to love the imperfections of parenthood, to enjoy the messiness as well as the successes??? And what on earth is a 'Mommune'?! Is it a cult or in fact an amazing option for the millions of single mums out there.
We also discuss how we each survived three first trimesters, how Eddy has started pinching Chris, Joy has her period again, both girls had a weekend away, and Caitlin almost wet her pants - so it has most definitely been a week of ups as well as downs.
We would love to know how your week has been - what has gone well??? What hasn't??? Do you have a Parenting Fail or Question of the week for us to answer?
Come and find us on instagram and join the conversation xx
Did online trolls cause an influencer's nervous breakdown? What is your experience with sleep deprivation as a new mum??? Would you become a solo mum by choice? And did Joy really tailgate a poor L Plate driver??? We discuss all of this and more in today's episode.
We are all still recovering from the Sagittarius Full Moon, Caitlin's voice is almost back to normal and we are all feeling in need of more trashy TV.
We would love to know how your week has been, what has gone well, what hasn't?? Can you related to judging other parents online for how much they share their children and their parenting choices. We would love to know!! Come and find us on instagramand join the conversation. We would also love to know where you fit in a moment of self-care and listen to the podcast, take a screenshot and tag us in your stories, enjoy x
CW: Family violence/financial abuse. A full moon is approaching and did Joy really ovulate 50 eggs? What are your thoughts on RTW post babies, do you worry that your nanny is judging you (you may well after this episode!!!), did you experience the newborn bubble??? Will Caitlin get more than 2 hours of uninterrupted sleep? And so much more!!!
Thank you so much to Summersalt for making this episode possible, if you have a pre-schooler who is climbing the walls, head over to Summersalt Gymnastics to claim your Free Trial Class and join the epic Summersalt Community.
As always, come and find us on instagram and join the conversation! We would love to know where you are finding self-care and listening to the pod, take a photo and share it with us we would love to see!!!! And if you want to find Caitlin's cool raincoat (is it cool or is she delusional?!) you can find it here
Also this episode discusses Family Violence and Financial Abuse, support services below x
National Family and Sexual Violence Counselling Service 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732)
WIRE Women's Support Referral's & Information Victoria: 1300 134 130
Do Instagram before and after photos contribute to 'Bounce Back' pressure? Is bottle feeding less stigmatised as time goes on?? How do we really help a friend who is struggling with Perinatal Anxiety, do you withstand Awkward Social Vibes for the sake of your children, and is it important to rest as your child gets older????
These are all topics we explore in today's episode, along with entering Gemini season, and Caitlin's brain fog coupled with Joy's unrelenting cough.
A prominent influencer's before and after baby IG post sparks 'controversy', and Sam Frost's open and honest account of her joyful bottle feeding journey brings joy to our hearts.
We would love to know what you think?? How has your week been? What has gone well, what hasn't??? Come over to instagram and let us know your thoughts xx
We would also love to be stand corrected, if you think we haven't covered a topic in an educated and nuanced way, send us a DM.
And if you need help with a Women's Health condition or more advice on Mastitis Management you can contact Caitlin http://www.cfphysiotherapy.com/appointments.html
CW: Domestic Violence. This week discussing complicated emotions on Mother's Day, a DM that triggered an emotional spiral, a celebrity couple separation that has surprised the nation, the Taurus New Moon, a quote normalising mental health changes and the use of medication in the perinatal period, a parenting win, how to convince your partner to have more children with you (and if you should reealllyyyyy be doing this?? We have thoughts) and so much more
We hope you have all had a great week, and wonder what has gone well?? What hasn't??? Come and find us on instagram and join the conversation. Enjoy xx
Domestic Violence Excerpt: Introduction, Page 1, "Screening For Domestic Violence During Pregnancy", Australian Government. Find full paper here
If you want more from Tori Bowman you can find her and her offerings here
And finally if you want to book a Women's Health Appointment with Caitlin, you can book online here http://www.cfphysiotherapy.com
If this episode has brought anything up for you, resources below.
1800 Respect (1800 737 732)
PANDA 1300 726 306
Lifeline 13 11 14
Welcome to a very special bonus episode with Yana from Oak and Haven, sharing her experience of living with ADHD, and how it has impacted her in Motherhood.
Yana talks about her diagnosis of her ADHD, how symptoms presented for her in childhood and beyond, how she uses exercise amongst other things to feel her best, and her advice for the person curious about whether they may have ADHD.
Find Yana and her beautiful ceramic creations amongst other offerings here on instagram and we hope you all enjoy xx
An argument about raising boys, That Bluey Episode, do you identify as a 'snow-plough' parent, Caitlin's births, a semi-gender reveal, Joy's parenting fail (never a fail always a lesson!) and so much more.
This week we are approaching the third quarter moon to conclude Taurus season, and it is a perfect time for completing tasks, tying up loose ends and helping others around you if you can.
We would love to know how your week has been, what has gone well?? What hasn't? Come and find us on instagram and join the conversation xx
Welcome to our first Interview Episode with the beautiful Yahna from Radiant Birth.
Radiant Birth is a holistic immersive birth course based out of Northcote in Melbourne Australia. It includes TCM, yoga, nutrition and birth education to prepare mothers to be for the transformation ahead.
You can find Radiant Birth and all of their offerings here
In this episode we discuss Yahna motherhood journey, the creation of Radiant Birth, as well as Yahna’s thoughts on evolution, representation and community in the motherhood space.
In addition SOMP has partnered with the divine La Terre Press in celebration of Mothers day.
We are running a giveaway on our instagram with the divine La Terre Press, jump on to enter and find out more xx
TW: Painful or traumatic sex. As well as a celebs experience with vaginismus, does each pregnancy get harder each time, world maternal mental health day, managing big feelings in kids, the Scorpio Full Moon and so much more! Today is a big episode where there is a lottttt going on.
Joy recommends cleaning and rearranging your home, and enjoyed some time outdoors with her family after a difficult weekend, and Caitlin discovered she was almost 12 weeks pregnant after doing a test after her naturopathy appointment.
We wonder how your week has been? What has been going well?? What hasn't?? What do you want to hear more of? We would love to know!! Come and find us on instagram and join the conversation xx
If this episode has brought anything up for you contact 1800 RESPECT or lifeline 13 11 14
The stigma of anger, do you really find parenting fun, the weaning blues, first quarter moon in Taurus and are the way language used in various parenting communities can add to the judgement and separation.
This week Caitlin had a park stand-off, Joy celebrated one of her pregnant friends with a beautiful lunch, and it has been an all around good time
Caitlin recommends an episode of the Imperfects Podcast - Dr Emily - How Anger Affects Us All which you can find here
We would love to know how your week has been? What has gone well? What hasn't??? What would you love us to talk about on the pod? Come and find us on instagram and join the conversation xx
"I think that you are so brave" is Lauren's message for the mum who has just had a caesarean. In this special bonus episode we hear from Lauren about her four births, and in particular her feelings around her two caesareans in honour of caesarean awareness month.
As always come and find us on instagram and join the conversation, how was your caesarean??? We would love to know xx
Your caesarean stories, unruly kids at school, do we need to disclose how we fell pregnant, how old is too old to be a mum, a second Aries new moon, Taurus season, and our thoughts on more children are allll discussed in today's episode.
We hope you have all had a good week, what has gone well?? What hasn't?? Has anything ground your gears and come in the way of your peace and grace?
Come and find us on instagram and join the conversation. Do you worry about unruly kids at school? Are you thinking about conceiving later in life?? How was your caesarean? We'd love to know xx
Unexpected pregnancy body changes, the rise of "one and done" parenting, prioritising mums and arguing with your toddler about the correct name for his anatomical bits are topics we discuss in today's episode.
It's the third quarter moon in Aries, and we are allll feeling the energetic drag of the end of another cycle. A perfect time to put yourself first!!! Tie up any loose ends that are keeping you up at night, get organised, and prioritise what it is that you need to feel good.
We would LOVE to know how your week has been?? What has gone well? What hasn't??? Has anything irrationally irritated your or ground your gears? Come and find us on instagram and join the conversation xx
Today we discuss relationship triggers that are highlighted under the Full Moon, the importance of acknowledging the Baby Blues, Dr. Serrallach's three "Mother Toxins", Therapy Jeff's viral TikTok on Relationship Red-Flags, Joy's experience of RTW as a teacher and so much more!!
I wonder how your week is going?? What has gone well, and what hasn't?? We'd love to know!!! Come and find us on instagram and let us know what you think.
If you want to hear Caitlin's entire interview with the incredible Doctor and Postpartum Depletion expert Dr. Serrallach you can find it here
Enjoy xx
Today we're chatting about feeling awkward, self-blame, things we have found difficult to talk about, sleeping in seperate beds, a little bit of ASMR and SO much more.
Exciting news, New Name and New Cohost!!! Get to know allll about us in this episode, why we have wanted to create this podcast despite the saturation of content out there, our mission, and all about our weird habits and current challenges.
We would LOVE to know what you think about this episode, what do you want to hear more of? What do you want to hear less of??? We can't wait to know, come and find us on instagram to continue the conversation. Chat soon xx
Hellooo beautiful podcast listeners, I wonder how you are?? How are you really? And how has your week been?? I'd love to know.
This week with the Waning Moon is the perfect time to tie up your loose ends, get things in order, and feel complete before the next moon cycle.
This week's episode feels slightly shorter than normal - mainly because the low/high of my week is an issue I am still not sure I can really talk about (I know, soo much click bait!) - but something that has been on my mind.
If you want to come and find me on instagram and let me know how your week has been, any feedback for the pod, or how you have been going.
Also this week's recco= A cream to help balance your hormones over at Anna's Wild Yam Cream
Enjoy xxx
Hello podcast friends! How are you?? How is your week?? I'd love to know!
We have just experienced the Virgo Full Moon, an energetic time close to my own heart being a Virgo myself, and a time possibly of increased self doubt, criticism and confusion.
I am also taking the opportunity this episode to make An Announcement in regards to ongoing podcast episodes.
You can find me over on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/storiesofwomenshealth/ and I'd love to hear how your week is going too xx
This week’s episode i speak with Lucinda, who is the mum to 11 month old Ray, and who is the creator of the podcast Ready or Not (a podcast for mothers and parents who are making work, work).
In today's conversation we cover Lucinda's own perinatal journey, her longer-than-expected conception journey, early onset of labour at 35+6, her experience with Ray in NICU and so much more. We also discuss how she came up with the idea for Ready or Not, how to best support working parents, coping with mum-guilt or parent-guilt, how to come back from set backs as a start up and so much more.
You can find Lucinda's podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/ready-or-not/id1659238371 and her instagram https://www.instagram.com/readyornot.pod/
and I hope you all enjoy xx
Hellooo beautiful podcast listener, I wonder how you are?? How is your week? What has gone well? What hasn't?? I'd love to know.
This week is all about opening your heart, being vulnerable in taking steps to go after your dreams despite the inevitable failure and knock-backs that will occur.
My recco this week is for the Raffia Hat from Zulu + Zephyr https://zuluandzephyr.com/collections/accessories/products/raffia-hat , can wear with everything, I'm obsessed.
Enjoy xx
Hello beautiful podcast listeners and welcome to this week's episode. In today's conversation I speak with Alison, about her experience developing postnatal depression and anxiety after the birth of her first daughter.
Alison was left recovering from her birth with undiagnosed and severely low iron levels. Couple that with a baby who would only sleep whilst being held, sleep deprivation and feeling like she could not talk about how hard things were getting, Alison's PND and PNA symptoms worsened and she was admitted to an inpatient early parenting unit.
3 years on and Alison has learnt to prioritise her self care, plan things in the diary to look forward to and is grateful for the small things in life.
I loved recording this episode, and I hope you enjoy listening too. If you want to support the show hit follow or subscribe on whichever podcast app you are listening from, share with me the episode your are listening to on instagram https://www.instagram.com/storiesofwomenshealth/ or leave me a review.
If this episode has brought anything up for you please contact PANDA on 1700 726 306, or lifeline on 13 11 14
Hello beautiful podcast listener! I wonder how you are? How has your week been? What has gone well, what hasn't? I'd love to know.
This week we have entered Pisces Season. A time of increased emotions, intuition, spiritual signs and synchronicities, and also of feeling a bit vague, poorly organised and like people may be impeding on your boundaries.
This week my recco is to watch Big Miracles on channel 9, https://www.9now.com.au/big-miracles
Enjoy xx
And find me on instagram over at https://www.instagram.com/storiesofwomenshealth/
Hello beautiful podcast family how are you? How has your week been? What has gone well, and what hasn't?? I'd love to know.
This week there has been a lot going on work-wise, lots of spinning plates, lots of balls in the air, you know how it is.
We are coming out of the full moon, and into the new moon, the waning in-between phase where it's a good time to complete tasks. Try not to start anything new, try to focus on decluttering your home, or decluttering your mind by writing down your thoughts on paper, or having that difficult conversation you have been wanting to have with your partner.
This week's recco is this epic episode of the Mel Robbins Podcast, SO good -https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-mel-robbins-podcast/id1646101002?i=1000598772287
Enjoy xxx
If you are interested in tapping into your spiritual side, learning from your difficult times and connecting to your intuition, then this episode should feel like a warm hug!
This conversation with my beautiful friend and energy worker Ashlee discusses her own story of becoming unwell after her second daughter was born, how she used that time to reprioritise her life, reconnect with her intuition and spiritual side, and become more herself than ever.
In this episode we discuss protecting your energy, spiritual signs and synchronicities, the upcoming energetic themes of 2023, caring less what other people think, tips to manage your relationship with social media, and so much more.
If you would like to hear Ashlee's story of postpartum thyroiditis you can listen here: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/stories-of-womens-health/id1616381789?i=1000564441438 or the episode on Postnatal Anxiety here: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/stories-of-womens-health/id1616381789?i=1000585204411
I hope you all enjoy xx
Hello everyone and I hope you are having a beautiful week. What has gone well in your week? What hasn't??? Does your cup feel full coming out of this Leo Full Moon, or does it feel bone dry? As though you have nothing left to give and absolutely everything is annoying you.
This is your opportunity to appreciate yourself, give yourself some love and feel seen and held, despite maybe not feeling that energy coming from loved ones in your own life.
Under this Leo Full Moon, you may find aspects of your life, thought patterns, behaviours, relationships, that come into focus that are not serving you. Perhaps it's scrolling instagram when you feel overwhelmed, or people pleasing and saying yes to that invite when you really just want to watch MAFS and do a face mask. This is your opportunity over the next week to Let Something Go, let one of the many thousands of balls you have flying in the air drop.
My recco this week is a product - this is for all the mums or just anyone with wild frizzy and boofy hair like mine. When the PP regrowth makes a halo of fuzz around your head. I have been using Olaplex No. 7 hair oil for over a year and highly recommend.
I hope you all enjoy xxx
In this week's episode I talk with Joy about her experience with multiple missed miscarriages/pregnancy losses, how she navigated pregnancy after loss, the strategies she tried to help navigate life with a wakeful baby, and the development of her postnatal anxiety.
This is a really beautiful episode and covers a broad spectrum of topics; the changing nature of relationships during this time, developing inner strength and intuition, putting healthy boundaries in place, and learning to honour yourself.
If you loved this episode make sure you hit the follow button on whichever podcast app you listen from, share the episode with a friend or come and find me on instagram over at https://www.instagram.com/storiesofwomenshealth/
Hello everyone I hope you are having a beautiful week, are taking some time to honour yourself and all of the amazing things you have done, to take a breath and give yourself some love.
We are coming into the Leo Full* (not new!!) moon, a time to shine your light bright, step into what makes you feel expressed and be brave without worrying too much about what others think (because who cares really?!?)
My recommendations for this week would be to reach out to someone new, or pitch an idea at work, or express yourself any which way you desire, and to try Dairy Free Magnum's (and also maybe watch MAFS). Treat yourself, and I hope you all enjoy xx
I'd love to know how your week has gone, come and find me on instagram over at https://www.instagram.com/storiesofwomenshealth/
In today's episode Rebecca shares her story of developing worsening anxiety throughout her pregnancy. After the birth of her beautiful boy Rebecca then went on to experience an acute episode of OCD symptoms, insomnia, PTSD and eventually was admitted to an inpatient mother-baby unit.
Rebecca has now gone on to create her own wonderful platform to share and honour stories of mental ill-health during the perinatal period. This is a beautiful episode and you can find Rebecca over on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/perinatalstoriesaustralia/ or her podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/perinatal-stories-australia/id1654353017
If this episode has brought anything up for you please contact Gidget Foundation on 1300 851 758, or PANDA on 1300 726 306.
Enjoy xx
Helloo podcast family member, I hope you are well, are taking some time just for you, to go for a walk or do some stretching or hide in your bedroom, whatever it is you need. Take this moment to honour yourself, all the things that you have done in order to replenish yourself and give yourself some love.
This week is the perfect opportunity to try something new, go somewhere you've been wanting to try, cook a new meal, etc etc.
This week's content recco is to read In The Flo by Alissa Vitti, a bible about how to eat/work/love through each stage of the menstrual cycle.
I hope you all are well and I will be back next week with the big bumper (or just regular long idk) episodes
xx
Omg hello everyone and Happy New Year!! I am SO sorry for the delay in episodes, for being MIA and unreliable, but I have had a very slow start to this year, and I feel like you may have too.
In today's episode I cover the energetics of this week, the Aquarius New Moon, taking time alone ( a must if you are a Mum I tell you that much for free), and dreaming of new projects or relationship upgrades.
My recommendations for this week include taking the supplement Foraged For You and listening to this amazing podcast episode of One Minute Remaining.
I hope you all have a beautiful week, and chat soon! x
Hello everybody and how has your week been?? What has gone well? What hasn't???
Is everyone looking forward to Christmas or do you all want to poke your eyes out with pins at the thought of ticking another task off of your never-ending to-do list??!!
I am having some time off instagram and also producing this podcast ( I know because I'm sure you all care greatly obvi) but this Capricorn New Moon Energy has inspired me to get some things in my life organised, but in a chill way.
I hope you can all make some time for yourselves this week too, to have a rest, to think about what you actually want, and the most efficient and easiest and smoothest way that you can achieve that. Because you matter, and by taking care of you you are taking care of the loved ones around you.
My content recco is listen to "What Makes Relationships Thrive" on A Life of Greatness Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/a-life-of-greatness/id1457268944?i=1000588913177
and also to take time to put yourself first, I hope you all have a wonderful holidays (and even if it's not wonderful, I hope you can find some joy in other ways) and I will speak to you all soon x
The most common piece of advice guests recommend on this podcast is "Ask For Help" - but sometimes it isn't quite that simple.
In today's episode I speak with mother, psychologist and CEO of PANDA Julie, all things Perinatal Mood Disorders;
- What is a Perinatal Mood Disorder
- Australia's current statistics of a perinatal mood disorder
- Why there is still a stigma surrounding these conditions
- Barriers to seeking adequate support
- The effects of social media on
- How to best be there to support a loved one
- And so much more
You can find PANDA and all of their amazing resources over on https://panda.org.au or contact the support line 1300 726 306
I hope you all enjoy x
Hello podcast family member, how are you?? How has your week been, and if anyone asks you to do one more thing, do you feel like you might explode?!!
This week I have been feeling serious Mum-Guilt in regards to weaning Wren (I'm sure I'm probably boring you all by now and most definitely sounding like a broken record but it is V hard!) - the constant crying and whinging and I have been giving in, then feeling full of guilt...
However my family is here! From WA! And it has made me reflect on this time last year where I was unable to travel to see them, and we were all wearing masks inside, and this year does feel more full of festivities and family connections.
Reccos:
- Watch The White Lotus on Binge, just do it, it's so good. Pretty dark and lots of Sex so maybe don't watch with your MIL
- Follow https://www.instagram.com/chriscorsini/ , obsessed with him, have been sending his Tarot readings to all of my friends
- Women's clothing from https://assemblylabel.com, I swear makes up 90% of my wardrobe. Flattering cuts, durable and make you feel comfortable and fab, can just throw on
- Find a way to give back that feels good to you (I know, I know, I feel I have nothing left to give too, but make it simple, just a smile, or a kind thought etc etc etc)
I hope you have all had a wonderful week, as always you can find me on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/storiesofwomenshealth/
Enjoy xxx
When Alice from https://woomwomen.com.au experienced pain from a labial tear sustained during her otherwise dream birth, she felt like she was unable to complain. She continued on, and loved early motherhood and her baby daughter, but began to feel increasingly isolated, out of control and her emotional health and relationships began to change.
However, years later, her second postpartum experience was full of joy, self-worth and love, and she has grown her beautiful business Woom Women through experiencing these hardships and wanting women to feel supported and empowered through their journey of matrescence.
You can find Woom Women on instagram over at https://www.instagram.com/woom_women/ and online shop https://woomwomen.com.au/pages/ourpurpose#
I'd love to hear your thoughts, connect with me https://www.instagram.com/storiesofwomenshealth/
Enjoy xxx
Hellooo everyone and how was your week? What has gone well? What hasn't?? Have you all been sleeping well and finding some calmness and creativity space in your lives?
This week I would love to recommend a beautiful new Perinatal Mental Health Podcast, called Perinatal Stories Australia, and in particular this episode, told with such generosity and clarity: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/perinatal-stories-australia/id1654353017?i=1000586893918
I would also recommend taking the time to think about what mental habits are holding you back, are you comparing yourself to others and dampening your inner flame of creativity? Are you resentful of not having enough time to yourself?? This full moon on December 8th is a great time to write something down that is holding you back, and tear it up and throw it into the bin!!
Anyway, I hope everyone is having a wonderful week, come and find me on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/storiesofwomenshealth xxx
In episode 34 of the podcast I talk with the incredible Women's Health Physiotherapist, Researcher, Published Author and all around Guru Mindy Cooper about how to best support yourself during breastfeeding, and also about how to take care of your mental health if it didn't work out as planned.
In our culture we medicalise breastfeeding, if something goes wrong there is minimal support and we blame the woman. In early postpartum, rather than valuing rest and recovery, 'bouncing back' and being the perfect host to visitors is heralded.
This episode is not a how-to guide, rather a holistic management plan, and it covers:
- Why we grieve if our breastfeeding journey didn't go to plan
- Why there is so much judgement in the BF space
- How to set yourself up early to have a positive journey
- Why medical advice often doesn't work
- How to navigate mismanagement and poor advice
- Why inflammation is so common early on in BF
- And so much more
I hope you all enjoy, and if you are a Victorian health practitioner and looking to learn more, keep your eyes out for Lactation for the Health Professional Courses run through https://www.informphysio.com
You can find me over on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/storiesofwomenshealth/
Enjoy xx
Hellooo everybody and how has your week been? What has gone well? What hasn't????
This week moving into the first quarter moon in Sagittarius is a time for new creativity, new friendships and new ideas. My low of the week was forgetting Otto's school transition (I can barely remember the name of his kinder class, there are too many native Australian animal themed classes and it is all too much!!!) but my high was getting family photos with the amazing Ash from https://www.instagram.com/film.mums/.
Content reccos: Watch Love Triangle on Stan, just do it! And listen to episode Your Dreams Are Not a Joke from the Mel Robbins podcast, so good!!!
I hope you all have a wonderful week, come and find me on instagram over at https://www.instagram.com/storiesofwomenshealth/ and I would LOVE to know your lows and highs too xx
There is no template to Break-Up with a friend, it is seen as a failure if a friendship ends. And friendship break-ups if done in the wrong way, can create so much heartbreak and pain.
However, I think that during the perinatal period. Whether you are trying to navigate a longer-than-expected conception journey, or are at home with a screaming baby, you will have less energy to give to friendships. Your priorities will also be shifting, along with your daily rhythms and routines. Therefore I think it is essential for your wellbeing to be surrounded by friends that fill you up with energy, and joy, and don't drain your batteries, judge you, or make you feel overwhelmed and insecure.
In this episode I discuss:
- Why I think it's OK for our friendships to change over time
- The three ways to break-up with a friend
- My experience of being Ghosted
- What to look for in your friendships
- And SO much more
I would love to hear your feedback, do you agree with me??? Do you disagree?? I'd love to know, come and find me on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/storiesofwomenshealth/
Enjoy xxxx
Hello and welcome to your Midweek Mothers Group with me!
I think that wherever you are in your perinatal journey, whether it's trying to conceive, at home with little kids or about to birth your baby, it can be a lonely time. I am hoping to share what my week is like, and hopefully yours too!!
Each episode I will discuss the energetics for the coming week, my hardest thing, my best thing and also my top content, product and self-care recommendations.
This week my content recommendation is to watch Killer Sally on Netflix, product recco is to check out holiday vibes bathers from https://bydeeaus.com and self-care advice is to schedule in some horizontal rest time!!!
I can't wait to see what your week has been like too, find me on instagram over at https://www.instagram.com/storiesofwomenshealth/
Enjoy xxx
After the birth of her much wanted baby girl Clara, Chelsea began to slowly spiral into Postnatal Depression. Sleep deprivation and difficulty breastfeeding took hold, and the normally high-achieving goals oriented Chelsea began to develop a reliance on prescription drugs in order to sleep. After experiencing a major panic attack, Chelsea was admitted to a psychiatric inpatient with her newborn daughter.
This experience however, turned Chelsea's life in a completely new direction. Inspiring the creation of her business EQ minds, her study in psychology, her work as a key-note speaker and her book The Mindful High Performer.
In this episode topics discussed include:
- Sleep deprivation
- Difficulty breastfeeding
- Postnatal depression and anxiety
- Suicidal ideation
- The importance of taking care of yourself through boundaries
- Finding purpose through pain
- How to identify a perinatal mood disorder (in yourself or in a loved one)
- How to help... and so much more
You can find Chelsea over at https://www.eqminds.com
If this episode has brought up anything for you, please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14, or PANDA 1300 726 306
And you can find me on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/p/CknLryCPc1q/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
If you love the show hit SUBSCRIBE on your podcast app and share with a friend, enjoy xxx
In this episode I catch up with Sophie, Ashlee, Abbi and Heidi and find out how they are going now. How their Postnatal Anxiety felt at its worst, what things helped the most along the way, how it felt to talk publicly about their experience with Postnatal Anxiety and so much more.
I loved checking in with these past guests, and I hope you all enjoy the episode. If this conversation brings up anything for you, please contact PANDA on 1300 726 306.
Links below for each guests story, if you haven't listened yet
Sophie's story: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/stories-of-womens-health/id1616381789?i=1000556129265
Ashlee's story: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/stories-of-womens-health/id1616381789?i=1000564441438
Abbi's story: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/stories-of-womens-health/id1616381789?i=1000570232301
Heidi's story: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/stories-of-womens-health/id1616381789?i=1000561479089
In episode 28 I speak with Zoë about her experience with a longer than expected pregnancy journey. Zoë and her partner Billy went through a series of pregnancy losses before Zoë was diagnosed with a Unicornuate Uterus. Despite this diagnosis Zoë went on to fall pregnant with her rainbow baby girl due early next year.
In this episode we discuss:
- Zoë's experience with Recurrent Pregnancy Loss/Miscarriage
- How she navigated the anxiety of early pregnancy after loss
- The mixed emotion of being so happy and joyful for pregnant women in your life, whilst also feeling the grief and disappointment that can accompany that
- How Zoë is taking care of herself this pregnancy
- And so much more
If you love the show remember to hit SUBSCRIBE on whatever podcast app you are listening on.
You can find me on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/storiesofwomenshealth/
and I hope you all enjoy xxx
Did you know that a whopping 92% of couples report increased conflict in their relationship in the first year after birth!!? And 67% report overall decreased satisfaction within their pairing.
This conversation with awarded author, speaker and couples counsellor Elly Taylor we discuss all things relationships in the perinatal period, what is normal, how to take care of yourself and your partner and also what is not normal and needs further support. I loved this conversation, and I know you all will too. You can find Elly and her amazing work and books and courses over at https://ellytaylor.com, https://becomingusfamily.com
A heads up, in this episode we discuss Domestic Violence and Postnatal Depression/Anxiety, if you need further support please contact respectively 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732), or PANDA on 1300 726 306
This episode is proudly brought to you by Chekoh, use code SOWH10 at checkout for 10% off storewide over at https://www.chekoh.com
After the birth of her son, Renee started to notice a decline in her mental health. Initially she pushed this feeling away, as a high achiever and all around "coper" Renee felt she could fix her mental health and it would all be ok.
Fast forward a few years, the strain of a move, parenting two children with additional needs, and the lack of an open discussion about mental health, Renee's PND worsened and she was admitted to an Inpatient Psychiatric Unit. This story so beautifully told will help so many, and share it with someone in your life who may needs to hear it.
If this episode brings anything up for you please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14, or PANDA on 1300 726 306
Hello and happy Monday everyone! Today I am grateful to share with you all Sandy's story.
Sandy lives with a Genetic Condition EB (Epidermolysis Bullosa) that causes delicate skin, blistering and wounds. In today's episode we discuss the mental load of knowing your baby carries the same gene, Sandy's unassisted birth, retained placenta, PPH, how the importance of taking care of yourself when you are having a bad health day ( go and get a haircut, make yourself feel cute etc etc)
Sandy is a ray of sunshine and a joy to listen to and I know you will all enjoy.
PS there are some technical issues early on in this podcast, I am blaming mercury being in retrograde at time of recording, and also the fact that I am not great with technology at the best of times! However I think it just adds to the beauty of the episode.
PPS if you want to support the show hit FOLLOW on your Apple or Spotify platforms x
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Hello everyone and welcome back!! I have so been looking forward to this episode, with mother of four, journalist and great mind that is Virginia Tapscott.
In this episode we discuss:
- Virginia's experience postpartum with her first child
- When Virginia realised being a "Stay At Home Mum" or "Working Mum" weren't the experiences the labels promised
- Stigma in the parenting space
- Speaking out about difficult issues despite criticism
- Why the language we use matters
- Valuing the role of the Parental Caregiver
- The joy and privilege of parenting
And so much more. I hope you all enjoy!!!
Find me over on @storiesofwomenshealth and let me know how you found this episode
This episode with Dr. Serrallach is not to be missed. Dr. Serrallach is an MD and specialist in postnatal recovery. His work heralded by the likes of Gwyneth Paltrow and looks at what is happening at a biological level during pregnancy and postpartum. This is a time of incredible transformation for women, that goes largely unrecognised in the medical data, and therefor poorly managed in the medical world.
In this episode we discuss:
- the massive and multifactorial brain changes initiated by placental hormones in pregnancy
- why we are wired to react differently to stress during this time
- why the people we surround ourselves with will directly impact our physical health postnatally
- why sleep, asking for help, addressing nutrient deficiency and being kind to ourselves is key
- how to balance our hormones
- any red flags to look out for
- and SO much more
You can find Dr. Serrallach and his incredible online program over at https://www.themothercareproject.com
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This week we have Emily on the podcast to talk about her experience with Recurrent Pregnancy Loss/Miscarriage, IVF and so much more. We talk about the anxiety of early pregnancy after loss, how Emily and her partner Luke became stronger than ever through this difficult time to conceive baby Jack, and learning body appreciation.
I loved this conversation and I'm sure you will too.
If you are enjoying the show, remember to hit the Subscribe Button.
Find me on instagram at @storiesofwomenshealth
Enjoy xxx
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This week we have Caitlin's story. Caitlin was diagnosed with a Shortened Cervix at 20 weeks pregnant with her second pregnancy, and first pregnancy after loss. This period of strict bed rest led to Caitlin suffering fromAntenatal Depression.
I hope you all enjoy xxx
This week I was so grateful to chat with the beautiful Jordan, predominantly about her experience with Postpartum Neuroinflammation after the birth of her son Jax.
Jordan sustained a traumatic brain injury after hitting her head playing with baby Jax. This resulted in months of neurological symptoms that went largely undiagnosed. These included dizziness, loss of centre of gravity, lack of energy, photosensitivity, hyperacusis, neurological pain as well as effects on her mental health.
We also talk about Jordan's Calm Birth with Jax, where her partner Luke sustained a serious foot injury and was hospitalised at one point.
I loved chatting with Jordan so much and I hope you all enjoy this episode too xxx
PS if you are enjoying the show, hit the Subscribe Button, that will help other people find the show too.
Our first "Expert Episode" is here!
This is one close to my heart, and fills me with so much joy to share with you all. Today I share my conversation with the incredible Dr. Bri. Dr. Bri is a holistic pelvic physiotherapist and online entrepreneur with multiple holistic pelvic health courses and over 270 000 YouTube subscribers.
In today's episode we cover all things POP (I know, not the sexiest topic to discuss), radically redefining the way we use terminology, yes you can return to exercise, why you are not broken, why the pelvis holds so many emotions and so much more.
If you loved this episode share it with a friend who needs it, and hit the Subscribe Button on your podcast app.
You can find Dr. Bri on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/vibrantpelvichealth/
On YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/VibrantPelvicHealth
And all of her amazing courses over on https://www.vibrantpelvichealth.com
Enjoy xxx
This week I had the pleasure of chatting with the beautiful Abbi, who talks about her experience with Postnatal Anxiety.
Abbi attempted a VBAC with her son Banjo, that ended in the rare event of uterine rupture and subsequent Caesarean section. Abbi talks so beautifully and openly about her development of anxiety after this event, how it progressed, and how she eventually went on to take medications under the supervision of her GP to great effect.
Abbi is a Doula, you can find her on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/ap.birthcollective/
I hope you all enjoy xxx
This week I am SO excited to bring you the incredible Nadine, yoga teacher, doula and founder of SheBirths, scientifically verified antenatal classes to help you have a beautiful birth no matter the outcome. SheBirths also run a doula service, yoga programs, online birthing courses and soul mama circles.
In this episode Nadine and I discuss her own pregnancy, birth and postpartum experience, which fundamentally awakened Nadine's own intuition and changed the course of her life. Nadine experienced a long posterior labour, lack of emotional support during birth, and then returned to work at three weeks postpartum. We also talk about Nadine's advice for somebody who is experiencing fear in the lead up to their own birth, and ways to feel empowered through this process.
Nadine is such a fountain of wisdom and I hope you all enjoy xxx
You can find the amazing SheBirths over at https://shebirths.com/pregnancy/ or on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/shebirths/
This week we are joined by Brodie, who discusses her experience suffering PTSD and anxiety related symptoms after a traumatic birth experience. Brodie's symptoms manifested in severe anxiety triggered by her baby's crying.
Brodie generously shares her self admission and stay at a mother/baby unit, which provides specialist mental health support to mothers in the postnatal period. Brodie has gone on to have another baby where she has healed from her PTSD.
Enjoy xxx
This week I am grateful to share with you Emma's story. This episode does require a trigger warning as we discuss Emma's experience with pregnancy loss/miscarriage at 7 weeks gestation in detail, along with her physical and emotional recovery from this time.
However, despite the start of this episode featuring some serious content, Emma is absolutely hilarious, and I had to pull myself together to finish the interview. We also talk about the six month period of time following her miscarriage trying to fall pregnant, Emma's desire to control during this time and then her two subsequent pregnancies and positive births.
I hope you all enjoy xxx
I am so thrilled to bring you the incredible podcaster, transformational coach and creator of Motherkind, Zoe Blaskey.
In this episode Zoe and I discuss her own early struggles in motherhood and difficulties breastfeeding, how this challenge sparked her creation of the amazing podcast Motherkind and work helping mothers transform their struggle into their greatest power. We also discuss the common struggles Zoe sees in modern motherhood, and her advice to help heal.
Zoe is just a fountain of knowledge and the guru of taking care of yourself during motherhood and beyond. You can find Zoe over on her website https://www.motherkind.co/about-motherkind or instagram https://www.instagram.com/motherkind_zoe/?hl=en
I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I enjoyed recording it xxx
Sooooo as you are all probable aware by the title of this weeks episode, there is no guest story but a little update from me about my biggest struggle right now, being vulnerable, exploring the shades of grey of a women's health diagnosis as well as planning upcoming episodes.
I will be back in your ears next week with a new story, until then enjoy perusing the back catalogue of episodes -- or rather getting on with your life and enjoying yourselves.
I'll see you all next week xxx
I am so grateful to the brave, eloquent and wise Ashlee, for sharing her experience with postpartum thyroiditis after the birth of her second child.
Ashlee began to notice symptoms such as unexplained weight loss, anxiety, insomnia, trembling hands, hair loss, skin breakouts and feelings of impending doom and was initially dismissed by her local GP.
This episode is epic, it made me laugh and cry and I hope you all enjoy xxx
This week I had the pleasure of talking to the effervescent Justine about her three pregnancies and hypnobirths. During Justine's second pregnancy, her baby Gia was diagnosed with a major neural tube defect in utero and birthed at 16 weeks.
Justine and I talk about the ways she moved through this experience, and the lessons and messages she has received from Gigi (including writing the amazing "Birth Book" (a guide to honouring your intuition to believe in yourself during the birthing process)-- which you can find over at https://www.birthbook.com.au/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwvqeUBhCBARIsAOdt45ZcWmoC6a_OWxEX4-Y19bfBmX9UsmfD5hJpD7GtxmTSvvYI1A7qIEMaApJBEALw_wcB
You can also find Justine on instagram https://www.instagram.com/justinezappa/?hl=en
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I was so grateful to chat with the incredible Heidi about her perinatal experiences, and in particular the development of anxiety and OCD symptoms after the birth of her second child.
Heidi is a dietitian, cook, writer and you can find her blog and amazing book and blog over at https://applesundermybed.com
If this episode has brought anything up with you then you can contact PANDA on 1300 726 326
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I had the best time this week chatting with Laura about her two c-sects and then unassisted home birth. Laura is a ray of sunshine and we talk a lot about her birthing experiences along with giving up people pleasing and trusting your intuition.
You can find Laura's amazing online pregnancy programs over at https://thepregnancyposse.com/pp-join/ or on instagram https://www.instagram.com/physiolaura/
Again this podcast is for entertainment purposes only, seek individualised medical care for your pregnancy
And find me on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/storiesofwomenshealth/
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I had the best time chatting with Ashe Davenport, author of memoir "Sad Mum Lady", she is hilarious and has such a fresh outlook on motherhood finding joy and humour from the hard times. I laughed a lot during this, almost as much as when I read her amazing book!!
This is a special additional episode before mothers day, for any mothers or anybody in general who might find this day hard.
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Like B's energy, this episode is big. B is unbelievably passionate about women's health and taking care of each other, she is a wealth of knowledge and an open book in talking about her own experiences.
We cover topics such as mind/body connection, birth culture, knowing your worth, prioritising yourself as well as healing from incontinence, prolapse and birth trauma.
You can find B over on https://coreandfloor.com.au as well as on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/coreandfloorrestore/
Also a trigger warning this episode discusses themes of suicide, if this brings up anything for you, contact lifeline: 13 11 14
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It is my honour to release this weeks episode featuring the formidable force that is Jess. We cover a lot of ground, but focus predominantly on Jessica's experience with postnatal depression after the birth of her second child Oscar.
If this episode has brought up any concerns for you, please contact lifeline on 13 11 14, or PANDA on 1300 726 306.
You can find Jess and her amazing wine on instagram at @arcwines, and you can find me on @storiesofwomenshealth
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I am blessed this week to be joined by the amazing Ashley. In this episode we cover topics such as loneliness in motherhood, difficulty asking for help, the VBAC system, intimacy after pregnancy as well as the importance of finding your tribe.
We also talk about the amazing documentary Birth Time- which is worth a view if you get the chance.
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In part two of Zoe's story we dive straight into topics such as emotional burn out, PTSD, breech baby, ECV, mum guilt, navigating the NDIS and the fact that as a mum you are never alone.
I loved recording this episode and I hope you all get a lot out of it. Know that reaching out for help is a strength and that we all have bad days.
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I am thrilled to be joined by the beautiful Zoe, who eloquently shares her story of grief during pregnancy and the twists and turns of a premature delivery.
This is part one of a special two part episode.
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We are lucky enough to be joined by the beautiful and generous Sophie who shares her experience with Postnatal Anxiety. Trigger warning: this episode mentions late termination of pregnancy along with the diagnosis of a child with a genetic condition. If this episode brings up any concerns for you please contact:
PANDA on 1300 726 306, or lifeline on 13 11 14.
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I have thought about publishing this episode for four years (since the birth of my son really) but haven't been brave enough to do it. Through my work as a Women's Health Physiotherapist I have run out of tissues in my office because everyone comes in, feeling like they are broken. I want to reexamine the way we think about and discuss Women's Health. And I want to share my story to help anyone out there who may be feeling like they are broken. Enjoy xxx